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title: "Archival Boxboard"
ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-065ac0"
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current_stage: "Tender"
buyer: "NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND"
published: "2026-04-01"
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# Archival Boxboard

Buyer: NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND  
Current stage: Tender  
OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-065ac0

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## Summary

The National Library of Scotland, in partnership with the National Records of Scotland, is currently at the tender stage of a procurement process for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard, classified under the hand-made paper or paperboard industry category. This contract, titled "Archival Boxboard," is part of a planned initiative to improve the housing of collection materials, ensuring protection against environmental factors such as temperature fluctuations, exposure to light and dust, and accidental damage. The procurement process is open and being conducted electronically with a submission deadline for bids by 4th May 2026 at 11:00 AM. The contract, with an estimated value of £480,000, is primarily based in Edinburgh and covers multiple delivery addresses within the region UKM75. The procurement will run for an initial two-year period with potential extensions based on performance and budget considerations.

This tender presents significant opportunities for businesses involved in the production and supply of archival materials, particularly those experienced in working with KasemakeCAD box-making and Global RBC70 die-cutting machines. The contract demands not only high-quality product specifications but also excellence in delivery and contract management. Organizations that demonstrate technical prowess, reliable delivery schedules, and sound business continuity plans are well-positioned to compete. This procurement also values sustainable practices, as demonstrated by Fair Work First policies, and requires that sample materials be provided as part of the tender evaluation. This opportunity is compelling for businesses looking to establish or expand their presence in the archival boxboard supply industry and collaborate with prestigious cultural institutions in Scotland.

## Notice

The National Library of Scotland and the National Records of Scotland jointly require a contract for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard of a range of sizes and weights, to be cut and folded at the organisations' premises using KasemakeCAD box making machines. The boxes will be used to house collection materials, protecting them from fluctuations in temperature and relative humidity, exposure to light and dust, handling damage and the accidental release of water. All storage and archival work undertaken by the Organisations is carried out in compliance with ISO 16245:2009 Information and documentation - Boxes, file covers and other enclosures, made from cellulosic materials, for storage of paper and parchment documents; and BS 4971:2017 Conservation and care of archive and library collections. In addition, the procuring Organisations require the uplift of pallets and boxboard off-cuts.

### Lot Information

Lot 1

The National Library of Scotland and National Records of Scotland wish to jointly procure a contract for the supply and delivery of archival boxboard and associated services (uplift of off-cuts and pallets). This contract will replace the current contract that is due to end in summer 2026. Lead tenderer is the National Library. Tender evaluation will be carried out jointly between both organisations. Please note that sample materials will be required as part of the tender evaluation process. These must arrive at the identified premises (in Edinburgh) no later than the tender closing date. Both organisations use KasemakeCAD box making machines for the production of archival boxes. The Library also uses a Global RBC70 die-cutting machine. The contract is expected to run for an initial 2 years, with 2x 24 months optional extensions depending on performance and budget availability. It is anticipated that the joint spend under this contract averages 80,000 GBP per annum. However, this may change depending on institutional need.

Renewal: 2x 24 months depending on performance, requirement, and budget availability.

## Key Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication source | Find A Tender Service |
| Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030419-2026 |
| Notice type | Planning Notice |
| Procurement type | Standard |
| Procurement category | Goods |
| Procurement method | Open |
| Procurement method details | Open procedure |
| Tender suitability | Not specified |
| Awardee scale | Not specified |
| All stages | Planning, Tender |

## Dates

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Publication date | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Submission deadline | 4 May 2026 |
| Future notice date | 31 Mar 2026 |
| Award date | Not specified |
| Contract period | Not specified |
| Recurrence | In two, four, or six years from publication of this notice, depending on whether extensions are taken out under this contract. |

## Values

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender value | £480,000 |
| Lots value | £480,000 |
| Awards value | Not specified |
| Contracts value | Not specified |

## Status

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Tender status | Active |
| Lots status | Active |
| Awards status | Not specified |
| Contracts status | Not specified |

## Buyer

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Main buyer | NATIONAL LIBRARY OF SCOTLAND |
| Additional buyers | NATIONAL RECORDS OF SCOTLAND |
| Locality | EDINBURGH |
| Post town | Edinburgh |
| Postcode | EH1 1EW |
| Country | Scotland |
| ITL 1 | TLM Scotland |
| ITL 2 | TLM1 East Central Scotland |
| ITL 3 | TLM13 City of Edinburgh |
| Local authority | City of Edinburgh |
| Electoral ward | City Centre |
| Westminster constituency | Edinburgh North and Leith |
| Delivery location | TLM75 City of Edinburgh |

## CPV Codes

### Divisions

- 22 - Printed matter and related products

### Codes

- 22992000 - Hand-made paper or paperboard
- 22993100 - Photosensitive paper or paperboard
- 22993200 - Heat-sensitive paper or paperboard
- 22993300 - Thermographic paper or paperboard

## Release History

- 1 Apr 2026 at 13:40 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030419-2026
- 1 Apr 2026 at 12:53 - Tender - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/030384-2026
- 24 Feb 2026 at 10:16 - Planning - Planning Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/016355-2026

## Notice URLs

- http://www.nls.uk
- http://www.nrscotland.gov.uk
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000824534
- https://api.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/v1/Notice?id=ocds-r6ebe6-0000827207
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/ESPD/ESPD_Download.aspx?id=827207
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/Search/Search_Switch.aspx?ID=827207
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA00474
- https://www.publiccontractsscotland.gov.uk/search/Search_AuthProfile.aspx?ID=AA11622
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